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Instead, he cited residents’ concerns that the Libre Commons project would bring congestion on roads adjacent to the project.

"It might seem counter-intuitive, but allowing the congestion to persist and focussing on improving infrastructure for pedestrians will help solve the traffic problem in the long run," she says.

Ms Taylor said she does not think the recent congestion will have too much of an effect on business.

Shops and the stock market opened late on Thursday to reduce traffic congestion, and authorities adjusted public transport operating hours and put more than a dozen spare trains on standby in case of breakdowns.

"Residents in Turf Lodge have been plagued for decades with issues around parking and congestion. The infrastructure is outdated and the roads are not fit for purpose," he said.